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Not Tested
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MPG (up to)
City / HWY
Horsepower
325 -345
Seats
6
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Harley P
It does well in all types of weather.
I love that my truck has good fuel mileage. It is also very spacious. I dislike nothing about my truck.
accountCircle Jamie M
Tough like a truck, rides like a car.
Love the roominess and comfort, backup camera is awesome but would love heated back window, truck beds should come with automatic protection.
accountCircle Lea Ann C
We have always been a Dodge family!
Never any problems. Maintenance is consistent, performance is great. I can count on my Dodge always. I prefer a big truck for highway driving, it's safer. This truck is comfortable, has just enough features to comfortably travel. Very spacious for 4 adults, ac and heat work great.
accountCircle Thomas W
Turbo diesel with tremendous torque
2005 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins Diesel with 163000 miles. I like the durability, however it is getting old
accountCircle dave m
It is very reliable and comfortable
It's a great truck, does what i need it to do. Drives well and gets pretty good fuel economy for a large truck. It is easily able to handle the camper on the back, take loads to the dump, navigate dirt roads and comfortable for road trips.
accountCircle Matthew Y
2005 Dodge Ram 2500 Review
My truck is great! Super reliable and dependable! It has never broken down in me. It has well over 300,000 miles on it. I've replaced the fuel pump two times in the past 6 years. But that's all I've ever had to have done besides regular maintenance like oil changes and differential services.
accountCircle Dalton P
Overview of the RAM 2500 05'.
Dodge makes some of the best trucks on the market. The 5. 9 Cummins is one of the best. It drives great, sounds great, and should easily last 300, 000 miles. Only thing that sucks is the transmission needs to get rebuilt in order to work properly. Overall I would say it is one of the best rams ever built.
accountCircle Donna H
It was my first diesel engine and I would have to say I love it.
I like the power this Truck has. We bought it brand new in 2005, to date, my truck only has 92000 miles.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Lillian E
The most interesting thing about this truck is the bright yellow color.
It has been very reliable. I like the way it looks and the way the inside of the cab is set up. The only thing I really do not like is that being so far off the ground it is very hard to get in and out. I like all the storage it has between and behind the seats.
accountCircle Lisa H
It is a really reliable vehicle.
I love the power and pull my vehicle has. I dislike the low gas efficiency and how it is not great for the environment. It is comfortable and great performing but I feel a little guilty driving it.
accountCircle Kathy J
Very comfortable a/c works great heat does too easy affordable maintenance
Drinks gas but reliable 4d Doors plenty of room easy to work on comfortable but loud we enjoy it it gets us from point A to B and back

Dodge Ram 2500 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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325-345 HP 6 Seats
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325-345 HP 6 Seats
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2005 Dodge Ram 2500 Owner Reviews

4.61
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5 stars 71%
4 stars 18%
3 stars 11%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Lisa H on February 25, 2021
It is a really reliable vehicle.
I love the power and pull my vehicle has. I dislike the low gas efficiency and how it is not great for the environment. It is comfortable and great performing but I feel a little guilty driving it.
accountCircle jessica a on December 29, 2020
Pros and cons for a dodge diesel.
It has leather seats, which are nice. I wish the rear window opened. I've had to replace the tires which are pricey. Everything costs more with a diesel. It is lifted which make it ride very bumpy.

Ranks #4 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Owners

The 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 has an average owner rating of 4.63 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 18 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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Is The 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 A Good Car?

Yes, I love it. I runs through any weather conditions. Is a comfortable ride. I like the height, I can see over other vehicles.
Lori D.

How Reliable Is The 2005 Dodge Ram 2500?

Very reliable. No problems. The 4 wheel drive make a big difference. The height makes it easier to see.
Lori D.

Is The 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 A Good Value?

In 2005 it was $40,000. We got end of year employee cost. And with trade in, we paid around $28,000. It was a great deal.
Lori D.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 cabin air filter location?

Answer: The 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 series does not come with a cabin air filter for the truck. Dodge decided that it was a better idea to use a filter for the entire HVAC system that is a mesh screen in the vehicle's...

What's the 2005 dodge ram 2500 headlight bulb size?

Answer: The 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 has a 9007 headlight bulb size. Halogen bulbs are the most common type of bulb used for automotive headlights. They are a filament style bulb, similar to those You would find in a house...

What's the 2005 dodge ram 2500 fuse box location?

Answer: To get to the fuse box look to the left of the steering wheel look for a small seam or crack along the dash. Using a screwdriver or prybar You will want to pop this open. On the inside, You will find a bunch of...

What are some of the 2005 dodge ram 2500 transmission shifting problems?

Answer: While the 2005 Ram 2500 doesn't have any open transmission-related recalls, there are a small number of relevant technical service bulletins, which indicate long standing problems. Most notably, TSB 21-009-07...

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